Scholarship Opportunity

Melida Patterson / Boys and Girls Club Scholarship

Offered by Community Foundation of East Mississippi

The Melida Patterson / Boys and Girls Club Scholarship supports students with Boys and Girls Club participation who plan to attend or currently attend Meridian Community College or Mississippi State University-Meridian.

Minimum GPA3.0+
EssayRequired
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior, College Student

Application Timeline

Important application dates

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2026-2027 Academic Year

OpensFebruary 1, 2026
DeadlineMarch 31, 2026

Eligibility

  • Be a graduating high school senior or current college student who participated in the Boys and Girls Club.
  • Plan to attend or currently attend Meridian Community College or Mississippi State University-Meridian.
  • Have a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Requirements

  • Describe your involvement with the Boys and Girls Club of East Mississippi.
  • List honors received in academics, sports, or Boys and Girls Club.
  • Write an essay explaining how a scholarship would help you.
  • Provide two recommendation contacts.

How to Apply

  1. 1Complete the CFEM scholarship application.
  2. 2Document Boys and Girls Club participation and honors.
  3. 3Submit the essay and recommendations.

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